grapefruit juice

Grapefruit juice contains unique substances that can block the breakdown of some drugs, thereby affecting their absorption and effectiveness. These drugs include certain cholesterol-lowering statins, calcium channel blockers, anticonvulsant agents, estrogen, antihistamines, protease inhibitors, immunosuppressants, antifungal drugs,

…consumption of grapefruit and its juice should be avoided because of the effects of grapefruit on the metabolism of alprazolam. Dependence on alprazolam can occur, even in moderate dosages, and withdrawal symptoms may be present when the drug is stopped.

…sometimes made with fresh pink grapefruit juice in lieu of grapefruit soda, or a combination of fresh grapefruit juice and soda. The cocktail is considered by many to be the national drink of Mexico and is sometimes called the “lazy man’s margarita” for the simplicity of its ingredients and preparation.…